Tech Prep

Tech Prep Courses

Ocean County Tech Prep Consortium

How Can I Save Time and Money?

Mastering course work in the technologies while you are in high school can save you time and money.
You may earn tuition-free college credits* in Tech Prep by successfully testing out of designated areas.**
Start thinking about your life after high school now!
**See your high school guidance counselor for examination recommendations.

What Kind of Job Can I Get?

Elementary school teacher
Grade School Assistant
Nursery School/Kindergarten Assistant
Pre-school Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Teacher Aide

In Brief

Successful completion of high school math, science, technology courses (Option to enter work force).

Successful completion of Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree from Ocean County College in technical major of your choice (Option to enter work force).
Employment *OR* continue your studies at a four-year college.

To learn more about the program contact:

Dr. Nancy G. Gerry
Ocean County Tech Prep Director

Ocean County College
College Drive, P.O. Box 2001
Toms River, N.J. 08754-2001
Phone: 732.255.0477

This web page is intended to provide information about the Ocean County Tech Prep program. The program is funded through the N.J. Department of Education School-to-Careers and College Initiatives with federal funds under the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act of 1990.

Ocean County College prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran's status, marital status or disability. This institution complies with the provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American Disabilities Act. Inquires regarding compliance may be directed to the Personnel Office at 732.255.0400 or by mail at Ocean County College, College Drive, PO Box 2001, Toms River NJ 08754-2001.

Ocean County College is a public, two-year community college sponsored by Ocean County and the state of New Jersey.